West Virginia · Metropolitan Area
Parkersburg is a small city in West Virginia with a population of 29,461. Residents earn $44,675 per year, which is 41% below the national average.
Based on current data, Parkersburg receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Parkersburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Parkersburg is $44,675, 41% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 19.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Parkersburg is $113,900, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $746 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Parkersburg is below the national average at 283 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.
18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.
Parkersburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches, including 11.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 97.7% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.3% |
| 83% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $44,675 |
| 41% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,664 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,051 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,020 |
| Unemployment | 4.3% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 19.0% |
| 53% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,634 |
| County GDP | $4,743M |
| Restaurants | 209 |
| Healthcare | 293 |
| Retail | 336 |
| Manufacturing | 52 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,814 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.47% |
| Commute Time | 17.4 min |
| Work from Home | 9.7% |
| Census Median | $113,900 |
| 60% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $143,877 |
| Median List Price | $137,500 |
| Median List Price | $137,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $104 |
| Homes Sold | 16 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 94.7% |
| Price Drops | 21.1% |
| Inventory | 76 |
| Census Median Rent | $746 |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $878 |
| Studio | $714 |
| 1 Bedroom | $766 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $945 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,231 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,380 |
| Owner-Occupied | 63.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,814 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.47% |
| Obesity | 46.6% |
| 45% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.3% |
| Heart Disease | 7.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 41.7% |
| Asthma | 13.0% |
| COPD | 11.5% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 36.7% |
| Depression | 35.7% |
| Mental Distress | 25.2% |
| Physical Distress | 18.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.1% |
| Premature Death | 11,836/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 77.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 293 |
| Total Violent | 282.6/100K |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Murder | 3.2/100K |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Rape | 45.0/100K |
| Robbery | 19.3/100K |
| Assault | 215.2/100K |
| Total Property | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 831.8/100K |
| Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 170.2/100K |
| Arson | 41.8/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Safety Grade | C |
| Safety Score | 2.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 54.9°F |
| 2% above US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 44.2 inches |
| 16% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 11.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 621 ft (189 m) |
| Area | 11.8 sq mi (30.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,501/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.2613°N, 81.5434°W |
| County FIPS | 54107 |
Winner: Republican by 43.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 18.5% |
| 45% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 85.5% |
| School Test Score | 4.81 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 2,501/sq mi |
| Total Area | 11.8 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 10 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 14 |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 293 |
| Restaurants | 209 |
| Retail Stores | 336 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Avg Commute | 17.4 min |
| Work from Home | 9.7% |